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INTERNATIONAL Student guide 2012
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Achieve,
Succeed,
Save.
“Douglas College is the right
place to start your post-secondary
education. When English is not
your first language, you need
support — Douglas gave me that
and also helped build the confidence
I needed to go out and explore. I
got all the tools and skills I needed
to tackle university, where classes
were around 300 people. And with
degree options available at Douglas,
why not finish your post-secondary
studies there as well?”
— Lillian Chow
University Transfer to
Simon Fraser University, 2010

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If loving what you do
and being good at it
is your definition of a great future,
then welcome to Douglas.

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Table of Contents
9 Our programs

10 University Transfer (UT)
12 Admission requirements and How to apply
13 English as a Second Language pathways to University
Transfer courses

14 Our programs in detail

14 Commerce and Business Administration
16 Humanities and Social Sciences
18 Language, Literature and Performing Arts
21 Science and Technology

22 Douglas College ESL Pathway Partners
24 Have fun, get involved!
Campus life

25 Student spaces
26 Join the Royals!
Athletics

28 Your global gateway
Exchange programs
Internships and practicums
Work-study programs
Field schools

32 Douglas International entrance scholarship

34 Student success services

35 Study, work and stay in Canada

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True stories
Anoop was an outstanding high school student whose volunteer
activities led to a meeting with Prince William and Kate. She could
have entered first year at any top university. Instead, she chose
Douglas. She was wise enough to know that Douglas was the perfect
place to discover herself. p. 8

Robert spent two years at Douglas before leaving to get his business
degree at a major university. But once there, he decided to come back
to Douglas. It was one of the best decisions he’s ever made. p. 15

During her internship in Zambia, Rosie, a business student, helped dozens
of women access funding to start small businesses. p. 30

Kate and Jessica, students in the Print Futures: Professional Writing
program, turned a class project into a real-life campaign to bring
awareness to addiction – giving them the type of portfolio employers
want to see. p. 33

What will your story be?

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Why I chose
Douglas
Do you have it all figured out – your
goals, your dreams, your career? At the
age of 17, Anoop Virk has a few things
figured out – but not everything.
The honour roll and French immersion
student received a Canada Top 20 Under
20 award for co-founding Project Hello,
a program that reunites people suffering
from social and health problems in
Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside with
their families. At the invitation of the
prime minister, Anoop travelled to
Ottawa and presented the first gift from
Canada to William and Kate, the Duke
and Duchess of Cambridge, during their
visit in 2011.
But as far as her educational path goes,
Anoop is still finding her feet. She was
accepted to the University of British
Columbia and Simon Fraser University,
but she chose to come to Douglas to begin
her post-secondary studies. Here’s why:
“Douglas fit all of my needs coming
out of high school. The answer to that
crucial question, ‘What do you want to
do when you grow up?’ has changed
numerous times, and I know that
Douglas will give me the support I need
to discover myself.
It’s OK not to have everything figured
out. Personally, going to Douglas College
is an easy transition for me. I want to
explore different options so that I can
discover myself. Smaller class sizes are a
definite bonus.
My passion is to help people, and
enrolling at Douglas is a great chance
to take different classes and realize what
educational path I want to take. And the
fact that the tuition fees are lower makes
Douglas the perfect way to transition
into the real world while helping me
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determine my education.”
douglascollege.ca/ut

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Our programs
COMMERCE AND BUSINESS LANGUAGE, LITERATURE AND
ADMINISTRATION p. 14 PERFORMING ARTS p. 18
Accounting Management Basic Musicianship
Business Administration Communications
Bachelor of Business Administration Creative Writing
(specialties: Accounting, Financial English
Services and Administration) Intercultural and International Studies
Business Management Modern Languages (French, German,
(specialties: Business Administration, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish)
General Business) Music
Commerce and Business Administration Music Technology (certificate)
Computing Science and Information Performing Arts (degree)
Systems Performing and Fine Arts (certificate)
Economics Print Futures: Professional Writing
Financial Services Management Stagecraft and Event Technology
Hospitality Management Theatre
Marketing Management Women’s Studies and Gender Relations
Marketing (post-degree diploma)
Office Administration SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY p. 21
(specialties: Medical Office, Biology
Legal Administrative, Chemistry
Applied Bookkeeping, Earth and Environmental Sciences
Administrative Assistant) (Geology)
Environmental Science
HUMANITIES AND Mathematics
SOCIAL SCIENCES p. 16 Mathematics and Science Teaching
Anthropology (post-degree diploma)
Criminology Physics
Geography Sport Science
History
Legal Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology (including degree)
Psychosocial Rehabilitation
(post-degree diploma)
Sociology

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University Transfer (ut)
How it works

Take courses at Douglas
in English, Music,
Criminology, Business and
much, much more – the
list of UT subjects is huge.

UT advantages
Douglas UT courses cover the same material
as courses at major universities. But check out the
benefits of studying at Douglas:
†† You’ll save over $16,000 over two years.
†† While university profs are often focused on research,
our profs are dedicated to teaching.
†† Smaller classes mean you get the one-on-one
attention you deserve.
Start by meeting with an Academic Advisor – you can make
an appointment at 604 527 5478 even before you apply.
douglascollege.ca/ut

Associate degrees Save $16,000+
An associate degree is a credential that recognizes you for
completing two years (60 UT credits) of studies. If you earn with UT at Douglas
an associate degree and want to pursue further study, you can
receive priority admission at some B.C. universities, and a Spend less when you take your first two years
guarantee of 60 transfer credits. of university-level courses at Douglas.
Associate degree options include: Douglas Top tier university A savings of
• Associate of Arts degrees with specialties in Creative $1,440 per course $2,250 $810
Writing, Economics, Environmental Studies, Forensic
Sciences and an Associate of Arts Degree for Future $7,200 per semester $11,250 $4,050
Teachers $28,800 for 2 years $45,000 for 2 years $16,200
• Associate of Science degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Geology,
Mathematics and Environmental Science
For the full list, see douglascollege.ca/associate.

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University Transfer
University Transfer (UT) means you begin your education at Douglas and then transfer to
university to finish it. You won’t lose any time, and you’ll save more than $16,000.
How it works Why UT is a bonus Choosing the right How do I know my
courses for UT credits will transfer?
Take courses at Douglas. Same courses: first and second- Once you know your To find out how and where
Earn credits for each course. year courses cover the same educational goal, it’s important specific courses transfer to other
material as university courses. to take the right courses. institutions, see the BC Transfer
Transfer up to 60 credits There are many resources to Guide at bctransferguide.ca.
to a university – that’s half Save money: $16,000 or more
over two years compared to help you plan, starting with
of a four-year degree. our Academic Advisors. They
the cost of a similar set of
Finish your studies at a courses at a major university. can answer questions about
university and graduate with your courses and how they’ll
Great teachers: university fit into your education plans.
your bachelor’s degree.
professors are often focused
on their research, but Douglas
professors are dedicated to
teaching. You’ll feel the difference.

U of T utoronto.ca UBC ubc.ca

SFU sfu.ca University Transfer record
Every year, nearly 1,000 Douglas students transfer
to universities across Canada, including:
University of British Columbia
Simon Fraser University
University of Victoria
University of Toronto
University of Calgary
University of Alberta
McGill University

and many other top Canadian universities.
top bachelor’s degree
university

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Admission requirements
General admission to Douglas College
• You are a high school graduate 17 years of age or older on
the first day of classes. (High school graduate means you
have met university-level admission requirements in your
home country.)

• If you haven’t graduated from high school, you must be at
least 19 years of age during the first month of classes to be
considered for admission.

English as a Second Language admission
• You are a high school graduate 17 years of age or older.

• If you haven’t graduated from high school, you must be at
least 19 years of age during the first month of classes to be
considered for admission.

• You must submit one of the following: IELTS, TOEFL,
EIKEN, Pathway School results or have done a Douglas
Assessment prior to the registration deadline. If you apply
without any standardized test score, you will be assessed
and placed in General English according to your results.

Please see the English proficiency requirements for
academic entrance below.

English Language Proficiency Requirement How to apply
for academic courses Please send an application package to Douglas International
containing the following:
You must demonstrate English language proficiency by
providing proof of one of the following: • Completed application form
• B.C. high school English 12 – minimum grade of “C” (based • Original high school transcript showing subjects and
on course grade and provincial exam mark) grades for the last two years of secondary school studies
• B.C. high school Communications 12 – minimum grade of • Official English translation of high school transcript if
“B” (based on course grade and provincial exam mark) original document is not in English
• TOEFL – IBT minimum score of 83. Douglas College’s • Proof of English language proficiency (see admission
institutional TOEFL code is 9568. requirements)
• IELTS (academic module) – minimum overall score of 6.5 • $100 CAD non-refundable application fee
• EIKEN Test in Practical English – minimum placement of Please ensure all required documents are received prior to the
Grade 1 published deadline.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) English Language A
(Standard level) – Minimum grade of 3 or “C” Send your completed application package to
• Language Proficiency Index (LPI) – minimum essay level Douglas International Office
score of 4 Room 2800
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• Successful completion of EASL 0360 or EASL 0460 course 700 Royal Ave.
at Douglas New Westminster, B.C.
Canada V3L 5B2
• Successful completion of the Douglas College Writing
Assessment

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English as a Second Language pathways
to University Transfer courses

Ielts, TOEFl, EIKEN, LPI Douglas College Assessment pathway partner

Placement

EASL 0150 Lower EASL 0250 Upper Intermediate EASL 0350 Advanced EASL 0450 College Preparatory
Intermediate Listening Listening and Speaking Listening and Speaking Listening, Note-taking and
and Speaking EASL 0260 Upper Intermediate EASL 0360 Advanced Discussion Participation
EASL 0160 Lower Reading and Composition Reading and EASL 0460 College Preparatory
Intermediate Reading Composition Reading and Composition
and Composition

College courses that require
English 12 with a letter grade
of “B” to register

High school graduates or 19 years of age + English proficiency

First-year university-level courses First-year university
at Douglas – 30 credits

Second-year university-level courses Second-year university
at Douglas – 60 credits

Third-year university
Degree program Earn a college diploma and
at Douglas get a three–year work permit
Fourth-year university

Bachelor’s Degree

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Commerce and Business Administration†
Your start to any of these careers:
Accountant/Bookkeeper, Auditor, Business Manager, Controller, Economist, Financial Analyst, Financial Planner, Hotel
Manager, IT Specialist/Web Designer, Legal/Medical Office Assistant, Marketer/Salesperson, Network Administrator, Office
Administrator, Programmer/Analyst, Restaurant Manager, Software Developer

Programs CREDENTIAL ADMISSION Requirements/NOTES
ACCOUNTING MANAGEMENT Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Prepare for careers in general accounting and financial  Certificate: 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
management; many courses transfer to university. (NWC/COQ)
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Degree: up to 8 semesters General (p. 12)  Principles of Math 11 with a min of “C” (or equivalent)
(ACCOUNTING)  Note: 3rd-year entry students require a diploma in Accounting
Career-based degree program in accounting; flexible schedules for Management for entry
working students (NWC)
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Degree: up to 8 semesters General (p. 12)  Principles of Math 11 with a min. of “C” (or equivalent)
(FINANCIAL SERVICES and Administration)  Note: 3rd-year entry students require a relevant diploma for entry
Career-based degree program in financial services and
administration; flexible schedules for working students. (NWC)
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Core courses plus career specialties in General Business  Certificate: 2 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
and Business Administration. (NWC/COQ)
COMMERCE AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Excellent university transfer choice: introduction to a variety of 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
business and academic subjects. (NWC/COQ)
COMPUTING SCIENCE AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS  Diploma (double specialty): General (p. 12)  Principles of Math 11 with a min. grade of “C” (or
Train for IT careers; manage information systems, use business 4 semesters + 9 credits equivalent)  check BC Transfer Guide for options
languages and programming languages, provide network Diploma: 4 semesters
support; also transfer to university. (NWC/COQ) Diploma (specialty):
4 semesters
 Certificate: 2 semesters

ECONOMICS Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
University Transfer courses in economics, banking, trade, (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
managerial economics, the Canadian economy. (NWC/COQ)  University Transfer courses

FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Prepare for a career in the finance industry; preparation for 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
Canadian Securities Course (CSC) exam; credits toward
Institute of Canadian Bankers (ICB) designation. (NWC)
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  Principles of Math 11 with a min. grade of “C-” (or
Train for hospitality management careers (also transfers to equivalent)
university degree programs in hospitality and tourism). (COQ)
MARKETING MANAGEMENT Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Specialize in sales, advertising, marketing research and  Certificate: 2 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
management; some courses transfer to university. (NWC)  Citation: 1 semester

POST-DEGREE DIPLOMA IN MARKETING Diploma: 1 year Undergraduate degree (bachelor level) in a subject other than
A one-year concentration in marketing designed to assist Marketing from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada
degree graduates in career progression; improve job readiness, or any English-speaking country  Note: applicants with an
gain exposure to an alternative specialization and prepare for undergraduate degree (bachelor level) from a non-English speaking
future transition into management. (NWC) country must meet the Douglas College English requirement of
English 12 with a min. grade of “C” (or approved substitute)
NWC: New Westminster Campus
COQ: Coquitlam Campus

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Sound
business
decision
Robert Thornton earned his Commerce
and Business Administration diploma
from Douglas and then transferred to a
major university to get his Bachelor of
Business Administration. But once there,
he decided to transfer back to Douglas
to complete his degree. He says it was
“absolutely the best choice” to return to
Douglas. Here’s why:
Quality
“At university I found that my professors
were mostly pursuing their research
interests. Teaching first- and second
year students seemed to be a secondary-
priority, and I realized that I was not in the
right learning environment.”
Mentors
“The ability to build rapport with Douglas
professors – who counselled me, advised
me and supported me with reference
letters for my applications to graduate
school and job postings – was priceless.”
Cost

“I saved thousands of dollars in tuition
costs by coming back to Douglas. Factor
in books, parking, living expenses, and
that translates into incredible cost savings
plus an excellent business decision.”
douglascollege.ca/bba

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Humanities and Social Sciences
Anthropologist, Archaeologist, Archivist, Cartographer, Criminologist, Curator, Environmental Consultant, Foreign Service
Officer, Fundraiser, Geographer, Historian, International Development Specialist, Journalist, Lawyer, Media Advisor,
Meteorologist, Museum Technician, Park Planner, Philosopher, Psychologist, Public Affairs Specialist, Research Associate,
Speech Writer, Teacher, Urban Planner

ASSOC. OF ARTS DEGREE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Human impacts on the environment, environmental law, (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
philosophy, sociology and policy, ecosystems. (NWC/COQ)
ASSOC. OF ARTS DEGREE FORENSIC STUDIES (OPEN) Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Provides the first two years of course work toward a Bachelor of (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C” check BC Transfer Guide for options
Technology degree in Forensic Studies at BCIT. (NWC/COQ)
ANTHROPOLOGY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
The study of humanity including archaeology, cultural histories (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
and specific societies. (NWC/COQ)  University Transfer
courses
BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY Degree General (p. 12)  no additional requirements for TRU-OL
In partnership with Thompson Rivers University-Open
Learning (study at Douglas; online at TRU-OL). Explore the
scientific study of behaviour and mental processes through
case studies, correlational research, surveys, experiments and
statistical analysis.
CRIMINOLOGY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
The study of policing, criminal behaviour, the criminal justice (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”
system and the correctional system (select from University Diploma: 4 semesters
Transfer or career program options) (NWC/COQ)  Certificate: 2 semesters
University Transfer courses
GEOGRAPHY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Physical, cultural, and biological features of the earth; includes (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
climatology, cartography and human geography. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses
HISTORY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Investigation and critical analysis of historic themes and specific (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
eras. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses
PHILOSOPHY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
Critical examination of the issues that lie at the foundation of all (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
human knowledge, choice and action. (NWC/COQ)  University Transfer
courses
POLITICAL SCIENCE Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
The study of political systems and ideologies and their (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
relationships with people and each other. (NWC/COQ)  University Transfer
courses
PSYCHOLOGY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
The study of mental processes and behaviour of humans and (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
other living organisms. (NWC/COQ)  University Transfer course

Post-Degree Diploma in Psychosocial Post-degree diploma: one General (p. 12) bachelor’s degree  2 Psychology courses (2341/3341)
Rehabilitation year or equivalent or experience
Work as a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner
in the field of recovery-based mental health services. Key
psychosocial areas include housing and employment.
SOCIOLOGY Assoc. of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Principles of Math
The study of society and social structures and their effects on (specialty): 4 semesters 11 with a min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
human interactions and life. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses


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Sticky situation
Last spring, 12 Anthropology students got the
chance of a lifetime – to gather information on
the history, culture and identity of the Splatsin
First Nation. During the four-week field school
in Enderby, B.C., the participants blogged about
their experiences. One, Marie-Élise Laforest,
learned that some of the most valuable lessons
come from outside the classroom – and that
laughter is inevitably the best medicine.

“Throughout our time in Enderby a number of
individuals have gone far beyond reasonable
expectations and welcomed us into their lives and
offered us their time and patience. A perfect example
of this would be our weekly stick game invitations in
which we are assured a warm reception, food and a good
time. These individuals have made it their prerogative to
answer the plethora of questions we threw their way and
to tease us for our displays of naiveté.

One incident which continues to linger in the back of
my mind was the mistake in selecting a rather large and
newly oozed piece of pine sap to pop into my mouth
during a tour of the community’s cultural garden. It took
three seconds to realize my mistake, five hours to rectify
said mistake (and copious amounts of toothpaste) and a
week for our guides to decide the joke was old.”

douglascollege.ca/programs/anthropology

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Language, Literature and Performing Arts
Actor, Author, Communications Officer, Cruise Ship Entertainment Technician, Director, Editor, Educator, English Teacher,
Event Manager, Interpreter, Journalist, Lighting Technician, Musician, Public Relations Writer, Publisher, Researcher, Scenic
Artist, Screenwriter, Set Designer, Special Events Technician, Stage Manager, Technical Writer, Theatre Director

BACHELOR OF PERFORMING ARTS Degree: 9 months; May– Program under development at time of printing; please see
Study to become a professional performing artist; arts manager, January douglascollege.ca/bpa for details.
administrator or entrepreneur, or to do graduate studies in the
performing arts. (NWC)
BASIC MUSICIANSHIP Certificate: 2 semesters General (p. 12)  in-person or telephone interview required
Study music, gain musical knowledge and skills (see Music for  Note: no English or audition requirement
university options). (NWC)
COMMUNICATIONS  Certificate: 2 semesters General (p. 12)  A min. grade of “B” or successful completion of the
Workplace writing, oral presentations, interpersonal and University Transfer courses College writing assessment (or approved substitute)  see Calendar
intercultural communications and media studies. (NWC/COQ) for program details  check BC Transfer Guide for options
CREATIVE WRITING Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  A min. grade of “B” or successful completion of the
Explore the writing of poetry, plays, short fiction, speculative (specialty): 4 semesters College writing assessment (or approved substitute)  see Calendar
fiction, screenwriting, children’s literature and personal narrative.  University Transfer courses for program details  check BC Transfer Guide for options NOTE:
(NWC/COQ) Requirement for entry: An Academic IELTS score of 7.0 (with no band
below 6.5) OR A TOEFL IBT 92 (with no individual score below 22)
ENGLISH Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  A min. grade of “B” or successful completion of
Read and explore great writing – fiction, poetry, plays, memoirs (specialty): 4 semesters the College writing assessment (or approved substitute)  check BC
– and learn to write strong prose. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses Transfer Guide for options

INTERCULTURAL AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for program details  check BC
Interdisciplinary studies of intercultural and international (specialty): 4 semesters Transfer Guide for options  IELTS/TOEEL
relations. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses

MODERN LANGUAGES  Certificate: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  language assessment  see Calendar for course
Language skills in Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, University Transfer courses prerequisites  check BC Transfer Guide for options
Japanese and Spanish. (NWC/COQ) Language and culture
studies in Spanish. (NWC)
MUSIC Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  audition  theory test  check BC Transfer Guide for
Study music in specialized facilities and performing venues with (specialty): 4 semesters options
excellent faculty; prepare for Bachelor of Music or Arts. (NWC) Diploma: 4 semesters
University Transfer courses

PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  auditions, performance and music theory tests
Explore options in the performing and fine arts; gain exposure to (specialty): 4 semesters
academic courses with some performance options. (NWC/COQ)  Certificate: 2 semesters

PRINT FUTURES: PROFESSIONAL WRITING Diploma: 4 semesters + General (p. 12)  attend information session  schedule a group
Train for professional writing careers in corporate, organizational 220 hours work experience interview and submit writing portfolio (letter of intent, resumé, 2 letters
and freelance settings; studies include communications, design, of reference, writing samples)
research and editing. (NWC)
STAGECRAFT AND EVENT TECHNOLOGY Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  2 letters of reference  attend Information Session
Train for careers in theatre, TV, film, special events and more;
learn audio, lighting, painting and construction techniques in a
professional environment. (NWC)
THEATRE Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  audition
Gain skills and confidence as you get professional training and (specialty): 4 semesters
education in speech, movement, acting and theatre history. Diploma: 4 semesters
(NWC)  University Transfer courses
WOMEN’S STUDIES AND GENDER RELATIONS Associate of Arts Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for program details  check BC
Interdisciplinary studies of women and gender relations. (NWC/ (Specialty): 4 semesters Transfer Guide for options
COQ)  University Transfer courses


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MANN sounds off
By day, Manuel Cuevas is a student in The cool part
the Douglas Music Program. By night, “I learned not only to read and
he’s MANN, a Latin pop sensation with appreciate music on a different level,
three albums and a number one single but also to enjoy it even more. Also, I
under his belt. The really interesting love having all kinds of musicians in a
part? Manuel enrolled at Douglas after classroom – it definitely broadens your
he’d found success as a performer. horizons.”

Why he did it What are you waiting for?
“After I got signed back in 2007, I “Don’t be afraid. You can’t let fear stop
realized that I needed more musical you from doing what you love. Follow
preparation. I believe that if you want to your instincts and pick a job that will
be taken seriously as an artist you need make you happy. The rest will come after.”
to study. That’s why I came to Douglas.”
douglascollege.ca/music
The tough part
Photo by Charles De Jesus

“College was a big change. I started not
too long after releasing my second album,
so it was hard to balance work with
school. Also, it is completely different to
sit in a classroom and learn about music
than to actually perform on-stage.”

According to Fred
“Having Douglas on my resumé got me
my first job at Science World, my first paid
on-stage job doing kids’ theatre and science
shows. Through that, I met my acting
coach. Through my acting coach, I met
an actor who got me my agent. All these
connections started. One of the girls who
was in the Theatre program with me ended
up in casting later on and cast me in my
first lead role in a film.
Photo by Mikki Herbold

If your plan is to be an actor, you just need to
find the best way for you to get that ground
support to build off of. I felt Douglas was the
best – it’s as simple as that.”
–Fred Ewanuick, actor, aka Hank in
Corner Gas and Dan in Dan for Mayor
douglascollege.ca/theatre
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Got bugs?
Quick: your biology lab is crawling with insects. What do you do? Rejoice, of course.

That’s what Biology students and instructors are doing at This is the first time the Biology Department has had dedicated
Douglas, thanks to a recent expansion of the lab facilities space for insect breeding and other research projects.
that includes more greenhouse space, a propagation house,
“We have a little office for the Institute of Urban Ecology
planting areas, and project rooms, where insects are raised.
downstairs,” says instructor Rob McGregor, “and I’ve had
Because of the expansion, students and instructors are now insect colonies set up in that tiny space. But this is way better.
conducting important research on insects, specifically, raising It’s a really important contribution to the Biology Department,
and evaluating predatory and parasitic insects for controlling both for teaching and for research.”
aphid populations in commercial greenhouses, as well as
douglascollege.ca/biology
developing DNA technology to indentify insects used in
greenhouses as biological controls.

Photos by Mikki Herbold

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Science and Technology
Animal Health/Veterinary Technician, Astrophysicist, Bacteriologist, Biologist, Chemist, Coach, Ecologist, Engineer,
Environmental Officer, Forensic Scientist, Geochemist, Geologist, Geotechnical Engineer, Hydrologist, Kinesiologist, Laboratory
Technician, Mathematician, Marine Biologist, Meterologist, Microbiologist, Nuclear Physicist, Physical Education Teacher,
Research Analyst, Science Educator

BIOLOGY Assoc of Science Degree
 General (p. 12)  see Calendar for course prerequisites  check BC
The study of living things: human anatomy and physiology, (specialty): 4 semesters Transfer Guide for options
the biosphere; the organism; marine biology; cell biology and University Transfer courses
biochemistry; general and medical microbiology; genetics;
ecology; plants and society; comparative zoology; and
evolution. (NWC/COQ)
CHEMISTRY Assoc of Science Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for course prerequisites  check BC
The science of matter: organic, physical, environmental (specialty): 4 semesters Transfer Guide for options
chemistry; chemical energies and dynamics. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Assoc of Science Degree General (p. 12) | see Calendar for program details  check BC
Ecosystem preservation and restoration; global environmental (specialty): 4 semesters Transfer Guide for options
change; environmental hazards; energy conservation; waste  University Transfer courses
management. (NWC)
EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Assoc of Science Degree General (p. 12)  see Calendar for course prerequisites  check BC
The composition, origin and development of the earth; the (specialty): 4 semesters Transfer Guide for options
history of its biota; long-term global change; geological hazards.  University Transfer courses
(NWC/COQ)
MATHEMATICS Assoc of Science Degree General (p. 12)  Assessment test if necessary  see Calendar for
Algebra, calculus, math for teachers, statistics, quantitative (specialty): 4 semesters course prerequisites  check BC Transfer Guide for options
methods, etc. (NWC/COQ)  University Transfer courses

PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY University Transfer courses General (p. 12)  see Calendar for course prerequisites  check BC
Mechanics, heat, light, electricity, thermodynamics, etc.; Transfer Guide for options
the study of stars and constellations in the night sky, telescopes,
and the solar system. (NWC/COQ)
SCIENCE Assoc. of Science Degree: General (p. 12)  see Calendar for courses requiring Math 11 with a
Select from designated science and math courses; transfers into 4 semesters min. grade of “C”  check BC Transfer Guide for options
university degree science programs. (NWC/COQ) University Transfer courses

SPORT SCIENCE Diploma: 4 semesters General (p. 12)  PE 11 or 12 “C”  3 additional Grade 11 or 12 courses
The study of sport, physical education, recreation and University Transfer courses “C” other than PE 12  see Calendar for courses requiring Math 11 with
coaching. (NWC/COQ) (Limited space - check with International a min. grade of “C”  2 letters of reference  medical declaration  GPA
Admissions. International students mus apply to General of 2.33 on min. 12 credits if post-secondary applicant  see Calendar
Studies or Associate Arts program for additional requirements  check BC Transfer Guide for options


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Douglas College ESL Pathway
Partners
Douglas College works in partnership with several renowned process that takes up to one year to complete. All are accredited
private ESL providers. Douglas College’s ESL Pathway Partners by Languages Canada and registered with the Private Career
provide students with English-only intensive environments where Training Institutions Agency and Province of British Columbia
they can improve their English in the shortest time possible. Education Quality Assurance (EQA). Douglas College has
Douglas College recognizes that giving students different options articulated pathways with each partner, which allows students to
to improve their English allows them the greatest opportunity come directly to Douglas College without further testing, IELTS
to reach their goal of becoming fluent English communicators. or TOEFL scores.
Each ESL Pathway Partner has been rigorously assessed in a

Pathways

First and second year Third and fourth year Work
Associate degree 2 years University Transfer Degree 3-year Post Graduation Work
(University of British Columbia, Permit
Diploma 2 years
Simon Fraser University, University Apply for permanent
University Transfer Program of Toronto, McGill University, residency
(up to 2 years) and many other top Canadian
Post-graduation diploma (1 year) universities)
Douglas degrees
Business, Psychology, and Physical
Education and Coaching

International Language Schools of Canada
(ILSC) is the largest language school in Canada,
with campuses in beautiful Vancouver, Montreal
and Toronto. ILSC is an expert in second-language
education. Students surpass their language goals
by studying with specialized instructors who teach with
a student-centered approach. For students wanting
to study at college or university in North America,
ILSC’s University Pathway Program is a great option.
Perfect your English at ILSC and then transfer directly
to Douglas College to complete a bachelor’s degree,
university transfer or diploma program.

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ELS is an excellent choice for academic-
oriented students, as its Intensive
English Program was designed to
prepare students for success at the
university/college level. Students acquire all the necessary
English skills, including speaking, listening, grammar,
reading and writing. The program includes Structure
and Speaking, a class designed for ELS that incorporates
grammar, speaking and vocabulary. Another highlight
is the Reading & Writing class. This class helps students
improve their reading speed and comprehension, and
teaches a variety of academic essay-writing techniques
including university-level research papers. The goal is to
provide students with the English foundation they need
not only to gain entrance to Douglas College, but to thrive
and succeed once they get there.

elscanada.com

Pacific Language Institute (PLI) is
a Kaplan International College ESL
school with campuses in Vancouver
and Toronto. It offers a wide range
of programs for international
students, regardless of English level – everything from
Elementary English all the way to Proficiency.

Study at the downtown Vancouver location and enjoy a
city that is consistently ranked among the most livable in
the world. Or opt to study in Toronto, one of Canada’s most
multicultural and cosmopolitan cities. Start your journey
to success with ESL at PLI and transfer to Douglas College
to complete your bachelor’s degree, university transfer or
diploma program.

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ILAC is the first and only school in the world to win
the prestigious Lifetime Superstar Award. We use
the most up-to-date English curriculum, coupled
with modern facilities to assist our students
in fulfilling their English language Training for University
Placements in Canada. Students focus on University level note-
taking, essay writing, listening to lectures, academic vocabulary,
speaking skills and TOEFL/IELTS preparation and practice — all
while improving English fluency and accuracy. This program will
not only prepare you to be a successful applicant for Douglas,
but to be a successful Douglas College graduate.

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Have fun, get involved!
Get involved on campus and discover the other half of the and student leadership and wellness programs. Whether you
college experience! The Centre for Campus Life & Athletics want to join a sports team, go to the big game on Friday night
(CCLA) promotes activities outside of class, like white water or create a club, the Centre for Campus Life & Athletics is the
rafting, poetry events, beach volleyball tournaments and more. place you need to be. Find out more at douglife.ca.
The CCLA also supports student clubs and organizations,

Got a special interest or hobby you’d like to explore?
One of the best ways to enrich your experience is to join a
student club. Here are a few examples:

Amnesty International Club Douglas Running Club
Board Game Club Hip Hop Club
Book Club Homelessness Advocacy
Club
Chinese Students Scholarship
Association Humanitarian Club
Choral Society Music Club
Douglas College Business Pool/Billiards Club
Association
Psychology Club
Douglas College Business
PS3 Club
Commerce Society
Ski and Snowboard Club
Douglas College
International Association Through the Lens
(photography club )
Douglas Leadership Group
Travel Club
Douglas Outdoors Club

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Student spaces
Our largest public space, the New Westminster concourse,
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got a huge makeover in the summer of 2011. Updates include a
student lounge, stage, new flooring, comfy chairs, work stations
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and an HD video screen. The renovations make the New West
Campus a friendly, comfortable and happening place to be.
The Aboriginal Gathering Place opened at the New
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Westminster Campus in April 2011. The Gathering Place
is used as a venue for traditional ceremonies, potlucks and
meetings, and as a staging area for Aboriginal dancers. A
four-metre traditional Coast Salish welcoming pole faces the
Fraser River, while smaller poles grace each corner of the main
room, representing the four directions and the four phases of
the moon. The Gathering Place also functions as a classroom,
study area and student lounge.

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Join the Royals!
If you join a team, you’ll be part of a program that plays to
win. You’ll compete against athletes from across B.C., Canada
and around the world. Our varsity-level teams compete in
the PACWEST Athletic Association, the Canadian Collegiate
Athletic Association and the Northwestern Association of
Athletic Community Colleges.

Highlights from the 2010/11 season include:
• Wrestler Daniel Swain captures gold at the National
Collegiate Wrestling Association tournament in Macon, Ga.

• Soccer forward Reynold Stewart is named Men’s Player
of the Year by both the BC Colleges Athletic Association
(BCCAA) and the Canadian Colleges Athletics Association
(CCAA) after leading the BCCAA in scoring for the second
year running. Teammate Sahil Sandhu is named CCAA All-
Canadian. Coach Gord Collings, NWAACC North Division Coach of the Year

• The men’s volleyball team finishes second in B.C. and
captures a provincial bronze. • Baseball centre fielder KP Hlatky is selected as a Gold
Glove player for his stellar defensive play in the Northwest
• Birdie smasher RuiLin Huang (opposite page, top right) is Athletic Association of Community Colleges North Region.
named CCAA Female Badminton Player of the Year for the
third year in a row, while Stephanie Ko receives a CCAA • Gord Collings, coach of the softball team, is named
Academic All-Canadian award. NWAACC North Division Coach of the Year.

• The men’s rugby team captures provincial titles for their
division 1 and 2 teams.

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Are you game?
Varsity sports Intramurals
Badminton Aerobics
Baseball Badminton
Basketball Basketball
Golf Campus Chase
Rugby (race)
Soccer Dodge ball
Softball Indoor soccer
Volleyball Personal fitness
Wrestling
Running
Club sports Tennis
Running Volleyball
Wheelchair Yoga
basketball Zumba

All photos by Jerald Walliser

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Your global
gateway
At Douglas we offer you options for travel within North
America and around the world. You can earn academic credit
and gain experience relevant to your field of study or area of
interest while immersing yourself in a new culture.

Exchange programs
Our student exchange partners increase every year.
Opportunities include:

• Bern University of Applied Sciences (Switzerland)

• Northern Melbourne Institute of Technical and Further
Education (Australia)

• Konkuk University (Korea)

• Kyoto University of Foreign Studies (Japan) Laura Richard, a graduate of the Community Social Service Work
Program, on internship in Uganda
• Momoyama Gakuin University (Japan)

• University of Wales Trinity St. David (Wales, UK)

Internships and practicums
Use the skills you’ve learned in the classroom or through life
experience to make a difference. Opportunities include:
BELIZE
• Uganda Project – an initiative of the Community Social
Service Work Program, Faculty of Child, Family and
Community Studies

• Global Leadership Program (Zambia) – through the Centre
for Campus Life and Athletics

Work-study programs
Work and study abroad, but get credit right here at Douglas.
Programs include coursework and applied experience in a
particular field, such as business. Opportunities include:

• University of California, Riverside’s Hospitality and
Tourism Management Certificate Program – includes six
months of paid training at Walt Disney World Resorts.
Your credits can apply to some of our Business, Hospitality
Management and Marketing courses.

• Business Challenge for Youth China Tour – aimed at
Business and Marketing students. Credits apply to our Xuantunich Mayan ruins, Belize
Hospitality Management Program (as industry experience
and co-op credits). Douglas takes on the world
douglascollege.ca/studyabroad In 2011 Douglas received the
Internationalization Excellence
award from the Association of
Canadian Community Colleges. 2011
The award is given to a college that
has shown leadership in international education
for the benefit of its learners and community.

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Field
schools
What are you doing next spring?
We’re planning field schools in
Australia, Belize, Wales and Scotland
(subject to change).
Participants spend part of the
program studying at Douglas
before travelling overseas with
their instructors and classmates to
complete the program at one of our
partner institutions.
Field schools usually take place from
April to July. Courses are taught by
Douglas instructors and, depending
on the program, an instructor from
one of our partner institutions.
douglascollege.ca/studyabroad

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Being the change
Business student Rosie Hernandez went to Zambia on a three-month internship through
Douglas to work as a coordinator for the YMCA’s new entrepreneurship program. Here’s what
she had to say about her experiences.
One Sunday morning I opened my eyes and,
right at that moment, I heard a crowd singing.
Absolutely no instruments, just their sweet, mellow
voices. It was church day, on my first morning in
Kitwe, Zambia, where I’d come on a three-month
internship with Douglas to work as a coordinator
for the YMCA’s new entrepreneurship program.

The first thing I did on my internship was visit
each of the four YMCA branches to meet my
colleagues and get a feel for what they lacked
and wished for. Near the first branch, I saw a
group of women sitting outside, and I asked
my colleague Petronella, “Why are they sitting
there?” and she replied, “They are waiting
for you. We told them you were coming.” I felt
my commitment level go up to the sky. I still
didn’t know how, but I was determined to
make a difference in their lives.

Most people here are unemployed and in
charge of a big family. As a business student,
I figured my first endeavour would be to teach
them the tools to start their own small
business. But without economic back-up,
we had to start from scratch. I visited some
banks, since I figured that opening a bank
account and getting them into a savings culture
would be a solid start. I helped open 150 savings
accounts, mostly for women, with no commission fee.
We made our first deposit to their accounts a month
later, and it is impossible to describe the emotion and
the hope in our 151 faces (mine included). Plans to buy
cabbages wholesale to resell them in the local market,
chicken farms and material to assemble tomato boxes,
upgrading a tailoring shop. Projects, realities and dreams.

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Next, I went to FINCA, a charitable microfinance
organization that offers loans. The chance of getting
a loan approved is high. I have established a solid
contact between FINCA and the YMCA, and although
I will not witness my friends’ first ventures, I know
Petronella, and Ernest, my other colleague, will keep
things on track until FINCA is working closely with the
entrepreneurs at all the Kitwe YMCA branches.

I leave Kitwe with a heart full of satisfaction. The
soles of my feet are now impregnated with the
colour of this soil and the reasons to come back
are numerous. They start with following up on the
dreams of all these women who were part of my
daily life and taking them one step further in
their efforts. A couple of wedding invitations
plus several friends that kindly introduced
me to their culture and welcomed me into
their families are strong reasons, too. I
believe I have lived the motto of Douglas’s
Global Leadership Program: Be the
change you want to see. Now, I am part
of that change.

douglife.ca/zambia

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Douglas International entrance scholarship

Douglas College offers 10 entrance scholarships to new
international students each year. The intent of this scholarship
is to support students who have shown themselves to be
successful in academic studies and have the capabilities to
contribute to the internationalization of Douglas College.
Students will be selected based on their academic performance
in their secondary school studies and their engagement in
their school, community and/or personal development.
For details on how to apply for the international entrance
scholarship, contact the Douglas International office at
cie@douglascollege.ca.

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PR whiz
kids
Ever think you could make a difference in Kate
the real world while still in school? That’s
what happened to Kate Hunt and Jessica
Hewitt, grads of the Print Futures:
Professional Writing Program.

Kate says:
“To give students an opportunity to write
for a real client, our instructor Brooke
Carter teamed up with the Tri-Cities
Homelessness Task Group and assigned
our public relations class to develop a
communications plan for an awareness
campaign about addiction. To our
honour, the committee selected the plan
written by Jessica and me, and soon the
whole class was writing and designing
newspaper ads, posters and websites
based on our concepts.
Before studying at Douglas, I would
never have guessed that a class project
could land me exposure in multiple
publications and my first major contract
as a freelance writer. But that’s what can
happen when instructors make the effort
to connect students with the community
through projects like this.”

Jessica says:
“Once the plan was close to completion,
it was almost like an overnight success.
We had our photo on the College
website, in the Metro newspaper and
a local paper in the Tri-Cities. It was
great having this kind of exposure and
experience on my resumé.
I’ve found that learning is often focused Jessica
on improving weakness. For the first
time it felt like I was really developing
my writing strengths. The program was
a lot of hard work, but what I took away
from my two years at Douglas has given

me so many opportunities to work in the
writing world – something I used to only
dream about.”
douglascollege.ca/pf

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Student success services

The Learning Centre Study Hall
The Learning Centre offers online and face-to-face tutoring, as This program is for all domestic and international students
well as self-help materials. Computer assistance is also available. who wish to study and do homework in a supportive
Tutors are free of charge for Douglas College students. environment. The Study Hall has a qualified assistant who is
there to help you with your EASL homework after classes.
The Cultural Connections Program
Douglas International Office
The Cultural Connections Program is an exciting student-
powered program that is designed to: Provides support for international students in many different
languages. Our services include everything from immigration
• welcome you by providing you with a source of friendly document support to academic and personal counselling. No
support and guidance throughout your first semester matter what your need, we’re here to help. Stop by one of our
offices to find out more: New Westminster Campus, Room
• help you make a smooth transition to life in Canada and
2800; David Lam Campus, Room A1062.
life at Douglas

• offer returning students the opportunity to meet, interact Living with a Canadian family
with and mentor new students Douglas College’s Homestay Program allows you to live with a
• build a vibrant international learning community on Canadian family.
campus that embraces exchange of ideas, interaction • Improve your English skills by speaking English every day
and learning. • Learn about Canadian culture and lifestyle
• Enjoy a “home away from home”
• Make new friends

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Study, work and stay in Canada
• Work part-time while you study or work full-time during breaks.
• Canadian immigration laws allow students to stay and work in Canada after graduation. cic.gc.ca
Get more information from the Douglas International office.

Co-operative Education Program
• Douglas College program
• Work in your field of study
• Get paid and gain Canadian work experience and
course credits

Off-Campus Work Permit Program
• Canadian government program
• International students can work while studying
• Get paid Canadian wages

Post-Graduation Work Permit Program
• Canadian government program
• Work up to three years after graduation
• Major step in becoming a permanent Canadian
resident

Save $16,000+ with Douglas
by taking your first and second year at douglas and then transferring into third
year at a top canadian university.

Douglas Top canadian University
$480 per credit $764 per credit*
$1,440 per three-credit course $2,250 per three-credit course
$14,400 for 30 credits (one academic year) $22,500 full academic year** 30 credits

*Average based on March 2010 survey of tuition fees for Arts, Business, Engineering and Science students at UBC, SFU, UVic,
U of T, York, Carlton and McGill.
**University tuition may be higher based on faculty and year of study.
Tuition is subject to change.
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Sea
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, WA

West Vancouver

North Vancouver
Burrard Inlet Toronto Coquitlam
Vancouver SFU
Douglas College
David Lam Campus

Burnaby Port Coquitlam
UBC
Pitt Meadows
Maple Ridge
New Westminster
Douglas College 
YVR New Westminster Campus
Tran
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ada
Richmond High
way 1

Surrey Langley
Delta

 New Westminster Campus
Approximately 25 minutes to Downtown
Boundary Vancouver via SkyTrain
Tsawwassen Bay White Rock

Douglas International Office
Room 2800–700 Royal Ave. † Mailing address
New Westminster, BC, Canada PO Box 2503†
Tel 604 527 5650† New Westminster, BC, Canada V3L 5B2
Fax 604 527 5516 facebook.com/douglascollege

douglascollege.ca (main homepage)†
douglascollege.ca/cie (International homepage) †
cie@douglascollege.ca

The Douglas College 2012 Program Guide is printed on socially responsible Look for Douglas College on:
paper made of 100% post-consumer ﬁbre. No new trees were used in the
manufacture of this paper. Our environmental savings for using this paper are:

trees saved water saved (litres) greenhouse gases (kilos)
191 331, 808 8,836
solid waste reduced (kilos) energy reduced (BTU in millions)
100%

2,525 78
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